I run into my old best friend and drinking buddy from time to time.
We catch up for lunch once or twice a year and he comes to our annual football party.
I remember telling him, right before I sought professional help for my drinking problem, that we were both alcoholics and that I was going to get help.
He told me he wasn't ready to get help.
That was 30 years ago.
He looks much, much older than I do and life has been tough (understandably, since he gets drunk every night).
He's a great guy I would love to help.
I have been saving a seat for him in meetings for a long time.
Maybe he'll "get it" before it's too late.